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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Jones County, GA

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The cost of independent living in Jones County is about $2,969 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 91 options. Read 731 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Our loved one was not here long before he decided he wasn't quite ready for a senior community, but they did a good job from what we were able to see. The staff were friendly and professional, and kept the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Willow Creek Macon is a senior living community located in Macon, Georgia among the weeping willow trees that Macon is so famous for. We are surrounded by all of the neighborhood accommodations any visiting relative could ever need, and we now how to make guests feel welcome. But what we...
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My mother is doing very well here at this community. I'am pleased with her move here, and she likes it. The community looks great, they are doing some updating around the place. She is engaging in the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Willow Creek Centerville is senior community located in Centerville, GA. This community is available to those seniors who would like a quiet and comfortable place to call home. Centerville is located in Houston County. Those that spend time in Houston County will find that there are many options...
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Outstanding and caring staff. Constantly plans activities for the residents. Management and caregivers are always open to changes or recommendations to better the residents experiences and care. It's a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Antebellum Grove is a licensed assisted living community located in Warner Robins, Ga. providing a warm and inviting residence that conforms to the needs and preferences of each resident. Our apartments are large and cozy, our personal care services are designed to assist residents and provide...
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My loved one is very happy here and the other residents are all great. They all get along well and look out for each other. It is a good fit for my loved one. The gals who work here are awesome - they really...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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This home has been renavated and it looks beautiful. The staff is wonderful my mother loves it here. They do many activities and their food is amazing. They do an amazing job taking care of my mother. I know...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The owners and staff of Madison House Assisted Living realize that we serve both our residents and their loved ones. Our residents are provided with the services and support that they need with dignity, respect, care, sensitivity and joy.
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I have loved how thoughtful the memory care staff have been for my mother at The Haven in Greensboro, Georgia. They were willing to help me get the best care for my mom. I love how welcoming the staff have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Haven at Lake Oconee provides superior value for residents and their families. Our commitment to the well-being of our residents is reflected in the range of services offered in our standard monthly fee. These include weekly housekeeping and linen services, restaurant-style dining and a...
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It is a good facility. It needs some upgrades. There are frequent fire alarms and there was a fire this year. Everyone is nice and I think they do a good job of monitoring staff and making sure everyone is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Merryvale Assisted Living is a senior community located in Oxford, Georgia, a city in Newton County. Home to the famous Oxford University, this student city is rich in history. Locals enjoy the small town culture and beautiful historical architecture. The town is a designated shrine of the United...
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When my brother moved in, they had had some recent water damage from a plumbing leak. But it sounds like they've done a good job with the renovation. This only affected the main level. [name removed], has...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Vineville Tower is located in beautiful Macon in the county seat of Bibb County, Georgia. The Ocmulgee River is located just inside Macon and runs through the middle of Macon's major downtown area. Macon is also nicknamed the 'The Heart of Georgia' and with good reason because it is beautiful and...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Forsyth Station is an active 55 plus adult gated community that will be comprised of 60 residences located in the city limits of Forsyth and within walking distance of the Historic Courthouse Square. The residents will be able to choose between one or two bedroom floor plans. These beautiful...
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All staff members and caregivers are helpful, professional and really concerned about the residents. My aunt likes the food and room. Just wish she would make more friends. [Name removed], [name removed] and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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THIS IS A VERY GOOD PLACE. THEIR MOTTO THEY DO STAND UP TO . TOUCHING LIVES WITH LOVE. NICE CLEAN LOVING PLACE. WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
We are an assisted living facility located in Centerville Ga. We are a small facility two building an can accommodate 30 residents. We are located at the corner of Carl Vinson & Elberta Rd. in pecan orchard.Please stop by for a look at our facility. We will be happy to show you how we touch lives...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Jones County, GA

The average cost of senior living in Jones County is $2,969 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McIntyre, GA with an average of $2,359 per month.

Independent living costs in Jones County, GA, vs. nearby counties

Jones County, GA
$2,969/mo
$2,946/mo
$2,717/mo

Independent living costs in Jones County, GA, vs. state and national averages

Jones County, GA
$2,969/mo
$4,359/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Jones County, GA, vs. other senior living options

$3,711/mo
Independent Living
$2,969/mo

Independent living costs in Jones County, GA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,269/mo
Studio
$4,418/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,029/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,308/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,898/mo

Senior living costs in Jones County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Jones County, GA
Column state: Georgia
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJones County, GAGeorgiaU.S.
Independent Living$2,969/mo$4,359/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,282/mo$3,744/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$3,711/mo$4,281/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Jones County, GA:$2,969/mo
Georgia:$4,359/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Jones County, GA:$3,282/mo
Georgia:$3,744/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Jones County, GA:$3,711/mo
Georgia:$4,281/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Jones County, GA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Jones County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Jones County, GA

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Jones County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Jones County, GA$2,441/mo$2,191/mo+11.4%
Georgia$3,108/mo$3,153/mo-1.4%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Jones County, GA
2024 average cost:$2,441/mo
2023 average cost:$2,191/mo
Percent change:+11.4%
Georgia
2024 average cost:$3,108/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:-1.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Jones County

Recent reviews for independent living in Jones County

Vineville Tower in Macon, GA

5.0
I moved my aunt whom is 68 yrs old, she loves it, the community is very friendly and access to shopping and other things are right at your feet. There are so many good things about this center I can write a book. From the beginning or my search I was helped by ROSE the office admin. She is ...
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The Cottages on Wesleyan in Macon, GA

4.7
The Cottages is a wonderful facility with a great staff. They have provided my mother with a very caring and supportive environment. The scale of operations at The Cottages gives it a home/family feel that is unique and enables a very personalized experience.

Water Tower Park Senior Village in Gray, GA

4.0
I am happy living in this nice community apartment. I find it to be very clean and taken care of. the staff is very nice and caring to my needs. I like that I am able to cook for myself. I would recommend this community to others that want a nice home to live.

Jones County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Jones County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Jones County, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Jones County independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Jones County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Jones County, GANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Jones County independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Jones County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Jones County, GANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
17.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Jones County independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Jones County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Jones County, GANational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.8%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.2%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.2%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
36.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
21.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Cottages of Milledgeville, At Home Senior Living of Cochran and Holiday Pinegate are the top-rated independent living facilities near Jones County, Georgia. See full list of communities.
There are 91 independent living facilities near Jones County, Georgia. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Jones County, Georgia is John-Wesley Villas. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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